Open Water Rowing & Paddling Boathouse - Opening May 2010!  |  Gas House Beach  |   Little Harbor, Marblehead, MA 

Discover open water rowing: what many consider to be the ultimate body, mind, spirit sport on land or water! 

Rowing is a non-weight bearing exercise ideal for the serious runner, swimmer, biker looking for the optimum way to cross train (shed that last 10 stubborn pounds) or those of us who want to get back in shape no matter what. You may have previous injuries or sensitive joints or more weight than you'd like. Rowing incorporates strength training for the core, legs and upper-body and is a high-calorie burn (up to 800 calories per hour). Perfect for all ages and sizes.. If being on the water, having fun and getting the best work-out available all appeals to you -- recreational, open water rowing is it!

Novice Clinics:

Learn-to-row and develop your open water rowing technique, skills and confidence with U.S. Rowing Certified Coaches on Little Harbor.

Level 1: Introduction to Recreational Rowing

This clinic is for all new and novice rowers with little or no sculling experience. This is the class to take to make Rowing For All Level 1 Certification for higher level clinics & coached rows.

Two, 2 hour sessions in small groups of no more than three people. Held most Sat & Sun from May 23-23 through Aug 7-8.

Level 2 Introduction to Open Water Rowing:

Out beyond the tranquil and protected waters within Little Harbor and Brown's Island are miles and miles of awesome open water rowing on Salem Sound.

This class works to develop the novice rower’s technique, skills and confidence required to go beyond Brown’s Island and enjoy open water rowing on Salem Sound.  Participants must pass Level 2 Certification to row beyond Brown’s Island in Rowing For All boats.

Two-day weekend, 2 hour classes, Sat & Sun: $150 per person

Jun 12-13: 10-noon; Jun 19-20: 8:15 -10:15 a.m.; Jun 26-27: 10-noon; Jul 3-4: no class; Jul 10-11: 8:15 -10:15 a.m.; Jul 17-18: no class; Jul  24-25: 8-10 a.m.; Jul 31-Aug 1: 3-5 p.m.; Aug 7-8: 8-10 a.m.

Rowing Gals:

Morning stretch and coached open water rowing for women with Maryellen Auger, U.S. Rowing Level 1 Certified Coach and avid open water rower with occasional visiting veteran women rowers!

Two classes: Mondays & Wednesdays from 8:30 - 10 a.m. Class size limited.

Participants must pass Rowing For All Level 1 Certification. Three 4 week sessions: May 24 -  June 14; May 26 - June 16; June 21 - July 12; June 23 - July 14; July 19 - Aug 9; July 21 - Aug 11.  $150/session.

The Rec. Office will have the complete 2010 Summer Clinic Schedule by April 15. Drop by or  visit http://www.marblehead.org or http://www.rowingforall.com

Open Water Rowing Training Program:

Join Endicott College Head Coach Brian Chorney for a progressive on-the-water weekend training program geared toward experienced rowers looking to get in great shape for fitness and fun or for open water competitions like the Blackburn Challenge -- the 20+ mile open water race around Cape Ann on July 17^th!

Meets at the OWR&P Boathouse: Saturdays: 6:30 - 8:00 a.m. $245/session for 7 sessions from May 29 - July 10. Limited to 8 scullers with their own shell.  Shells available to rent.

Rough Water Clinics: Required for advanced scullers who want to row beyond Brown’s Island or Marblehead Harbor. $80 per participant with your own shell. Echo Rowing Shells available for rent. Maximum of 3 scullers.  Saturdays:  8:30 - 10 a.m.

Swim Test Requirement:
Rowing takes place on the water, and while falling out of the boat is unlikely, it is possible. Therefore, each Rowing For All participant must prove his or her ability to swim .

What type of swim test do I need?
A certified lifeguard must confirm in writing that you are able to swim 100 yards and remain afloat for 5 minutes before you are permitted to row in club boats. For your protection, and the protection of Town of Marblehead and Rowing For All LLC, we make NO EXCEPTIONS to this policy.

Can I register for my program without a swim test?
You may register prior to completing your swim test. The swim test forms can be picked up at the Marblehead Recreation Department, downloaded from the website and submitted upon completion. We highly recommend that you keep a copy of the signed form for your records.

What if I haven’t taken my swim test yet?
A registered rower without a valid swim card will be asked to wear a life preserver until he or she can provide written proof of his or her swimming ability.

Can I use a swim test from another source?
If you have current swim, lifeguard or scuba certification documents, copies may be submitted to fulfill the swim requirement. Please make a copy of the current certification and staple it to the Community Rowing Swim Test form.

What if I don't know how to swim? Non-swimmers are encouraged to take swimming lessons and pass a swim test prior to registering for a rowing program.  It can be difficult to progress as a rower while wearing a life jacket as it inhibits proper rowing technique.

Echo Open Water Rowing Rentals*

includes shell and oars:

60 minutes $45
each add'l 1/2 hour: $25

All renters must demonstrate a satisfactory ability to row a sliding seat shell before rental, sign a boat rental agreement & liability waiver.

Renters must provide own coast guard approved life preserver and required whistle.

Please contact info@RowingForAll.com to reserve shells in advance.

*EARN UP TO $250.00 IN CREDITS TOWARD an ECHO ROWING SHELL PURCHASE

(*applies to all lesson, rental & tour fees).

Visit CALENDAR for Rowing For All's New England open water rowing event schedule.

PRIVATE SMALL BOAT STORAGE with DIRECT GAS HOUSE BEACH/LITTLE HARBOR ACCESS!

$350 per RACK per YEAR (May 1 - April 30)!

Dry, safe, indoor rack storage.  Parking, bathrooms, Indoor hose.

Rack space is limited.  First-come, first-serve!

Call Maryellen to reserve your space!

781-990-3552